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Dental Assistant / Front Desk Coordinator
Starting Pay: $25 /hour ( based on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 4-Day Work Week
Location: In Person
Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable, organized, and personable Dental Assistant / Front Desk Coordinator to join our team. This hybrid role combines front office responsibilities with chairside dental assisting to help provide an exceptional patient experience in a fast-paced dental practice.
Approximately 75% of the role will focus on front desk administration and 25% on dental assisting duties.
Responsibilities
Front Desk Duties
- Greet and check in patients while creating a welcoming environment
- Answer phones, schedule appointments, and manage daily patient flow
- Verify dental insurance eligibility and benefits
- Bill and collect copays, balances, and process payments
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
- Submit and track insurance claims
- Coordinate patient communications, reminders, and follow-ups
- Ensure HIPAA compliance and confidentiality
Dental Assisting Duties
- Assist dentist during procedures and treatments
- Prepare and disinfect operatories and instruments
- Take digital X-rays and maintain patient records
- Review patient charts prior to treatment
- Follow OSHA infection control and safety protocols
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of dental office experience required
- NJ X-Ray Certification required
- Experience with Dentrix, Dexis, or similar dental software preferred
- Knowledge of dental insurance verification and billing
- Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- 4-day work week
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
Dental benefits
Salary : $25